god’s image in individuals

God’s attributes are infinite and perfect,
but ours are finite by creation and imperfect because of the fall.
Being finite and imperfect does not allow us to think that
we can be less than the image, however. The reflection
is not the real thing, but it shows what the reality looks like.
So it is with us. We are not God, but as the image or reflection
of God, we must show what the reality of God is like.

As a reflection, we must then display the attributes of God in all dimensions
of life as God enables us to do so. What, then, are the attributes of God
that we should display, and how in our finite way do we display them?

-active & purposeful
-rational
-creative
-moral
-free & responsible
-faithful

from Donovan Graham’s, Teaching Redemptively

In trying to live out what I believe, I routinely confuse positive external
behavior for internal health, especially in my children. I yearn for them
to have their identity rooted in Christ, yet too often I emphasize their
behavior over seeking to understand their motives and thoughts and helping
them seek the Lord & his transforming power.

May He teach us how to avoid legalism by understanding that he
sustains our every step.

happy parenting today, friends.